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Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart

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Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart

Avg. Customer Rating
3.8
3.78
(165 reviews)
For a low-impact total-body workout routine that combines the sculpting power of Pilates with unique fat-burning exercises try our Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart. Specially designed by renowned California Pilates instructor Carroll Krieff, the chair's combination of adjustable spring resistance and easy cardio moves will help you sculpt your arms, legs, bottom and thighs while toning your core abs. The Pilates Chair features a custom split-step pedal system to work your arms and legs individually, or together for added resistance. Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart Includes: Malibu Pilates Chair 20 Minute Malibu Pilates Makeover DVD Total Dream Body Sculpting Workout DVD Mari's Dynamic Sequencing Workout DVD Malibu Makeover Manual & Eating Right Guide Malibu Pilates Wall Poster with 10 Makeover Moves Chair Assembly & Care Guide Product Features: Chair measures approx. 30-1/2"L x 25"W x 22-1/2"H Made of metal, steel and vinyl Adjustable spring resistance system Padded arm handles/ hand grips Adjustable padded foot pedals Locking pin secures pedals in an immobile position when not in use Padded seat for sitting or kneeling during workout Folds flat - lightweight and portable for easy set-up and storage Maximum weight limit: 300 lbs. Comes partially assembled 20 Minute Malibu Pilates Makeover DVD - Malibu Pilates creator Carroll Krieff provides a brief, informative demonstration of proper form and step-by-step instructions on how to use your Malibu Pilates Chair, plus a 20-minute total-body sculpting workout using the Pilates Chair Total Dream Body Sculpting Workout DVD - 45-minute fat-blasting, circuit-style workout using the Malibu Pilates chair Mari's Dynamic Sequencing Workout DVD - 30-minute heart-pumping workout designed by legendary Hollywood Pilates Instructor Mari Winsor for use with our Malibu Pilates Chair Malibu Make Over Manual & Eating Right Guide - 43-page illustrated guide contains a week-long program designed to help familiarize you with your Pilates chair. Also includes a 10-day exercise rotation calendar and 10-day meal guide to start you on your way to getting in shape and losing weight Malibu Pilates Wall Poster - illustrated chart to hang in your workout area for easy reference to 10 fat-burning and body-toning moves Made in China Comes with a 6-month manufacturer's limited warranty Comes partially assembled; some assembly required Notes: Do not use while wearing socks or shoes Consult your physician before starting this or any exercise program Stop and consult your physician if at anytime you feel faint, dizzy or experience pain when using this device
Customer Reviews for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
niecey40
Select your location: MI
PERFECT CHAIR 
niecey40
Select your location: MI
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Date: 11/15/2009
I Ordered this chair and recieved it quickly. the setup of this chair was very easy you just had to take your time and read the directions and play around with the different gadgets on the chair to see how it works. But all and all the chair itself is great is perfect for people who has limitations on their joints and can only do low impact workouts. and the DVD'S that came with this were great and this was my first time ever getting into pilates. this chair were a perfect start for me.
Review 2 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Mikkid
Select your location: TX
I Like It 
Mikkid
Select your location: TX
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Date: 11/15/2009
I like this exercise chair. I think it is a good work out and I can certainly tell the difference in my body.
Review 3 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Marge50
Select your location: MN
Disappointed 
Marge50
Select your location: MN
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Date: 11/11/2009
I too should have read the reviews before ordering. 3 different people have tried to get the machine set up and we can't. We push in the pin and try to open the legs and it won't open. Very disappointed, it is going back ASAP.
0 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 4 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
BlingLover1
CRAP 
BlingLover1
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Date: 11/09/2009
What a piece of junk is all I have to say.
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 5 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
karen372
Terrific Workout 
karen372
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Date: 11/07/2009
I just love my Pilates Chair. I've recently lost some weight and needed to switch up my routine. It arrived quickly after ordering, and I was able to set it up right out of the box. It is enough of a challenge and my muscles seem more defined. Thanks for such a great product!!!
Review 6 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
mint910
Select your location: NY
have had for two weeks 
mint910
Select your location: NY
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Date: 11/05/2009
I would say don't bother! It is not an intense workout you feel like you're doing nothing. I am very disappointed esp for the money I wasted!
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 7 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
2 out of 5
2.0 out of 5
lynn999
Select your location: PA
difficult to dismantle and store 
lynn999
Select your location: PA
Average Customer Rating:
2 out of 5
2.0 out of 5
Date: 11/01/2009
As I have a small house, I needed to store the chair in a closet and dismantling this item is difficult and time consuming not to mention this chair is heavy. I'm sure it is a good addition to an exercise routine but not enough if that is your only choice.
Review 8 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
happy2593
Select your location: CO
Excellent and fun product 
happy2593
Select your location: CO
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Date: 10/31/2009
I bought this for my daughter who is 15 and a competitive ice skater. She loves it. It is fun to do the movements and the poster of the ten makeover moves is really helpful. She loves the tapes and we both like the fact that it is compact yet it is a very solid piece of equipment. It is also fun to do the movements. Thanks for a great product. We are both very pleased and would recommend this anyone. It is no impact and good for people who have knee or back problems.
Review 9 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
jineyboo
Select your location: GA
Great Product 
jineyboo
Select your location: GA
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Date: 10/26/2009
I really feel like I have had a good workout when I finish with the Malibu Pilates. I don't do the tapes, it was too hard trying to do the moves and watching the tape at the same time, so I just memorized the moves and watch my favorite TV show while I am exercising. I keep it set up and since it is pretty heavy, when I finish I use four of the small sliders that you move furniture with, put one under each foot of the chair and slide it next to the end of my sofa where it is out of the way and not noticeable. I love it and thanks to flex pay it was affordable for me.
2 of 2 found this review helpful.
Review 10 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
SHELLYG
Select your location: IA
So far, so good :) 
SHELLYG
Select your location: IA
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Date: 10/22/2009
I got my Malibu Pilates within a few days of ordering. I had read all the reviews from people saying all the problems they had with opening the chair and taking it out of the box, that I actually think I was scared to peek inside. I finally decided to take on that challenge Monday morning. I saw someone said read the manual first and it all made perfect sense when I did. It said unhook the springs AND push in that lever on the side of the chair to unfold. Otherwise, you wont be able to unfold the chair if you dont. I put it together myself. I hope to be able to report back later my succcess story. Good luck to everyone else!!
2 of 2 found this review helpful.
Review 11 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
miska
Select your location: ME
love it 
miska
Select your location: ME
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Date: 10/20/2009
I bought the chair for a change in my workout, I have been using treadmill and free weights for 30 years, I'm 65,,the chair gives me better results witout much effort and no pain,,who knew I could have been doing this right along,,its fun to do,,,thank-you Susan for bringing this to us,,,I just love it
Review 12 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
2 out of 5
2.0 out of 5
summerdawn
Select your location: WA
Malibu Pilates 
summerdawn
Select your location: WA
Average Customer Rating:
2 out of 5
2.0 out of 5
Date: 10/18/2009
Well, I was really excited to get it. It shipped fast. But I still have not been able to open the chair itself up. My husband,grandson and I have all tried so I guess I am going to have to send it back. So I can't really say if I lke it cause the one I got doesn't work to try it.
Maybe next time. I hate having to return stuff!!!!!
Review 13 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
bunnyaustin
Select your location: TX
Good Product so Far 
bunnyaustin
Select your location: TX
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Date: 10/16/2009
I am 5'4", 130 lbs and 52 years young. I have never been athletic but walk 30-45 minutes every day. I need to tone, strengthen and improve flexibility. My pooch belly has to go after losing 60 lbs last year and it is not going to happen with walking. After my first workout with the DVD that came with the sculpting handles, I was sore in all the places that need toning.I also have the Power Pilates Gym which I like but I get tired of getting up off the floor all the time. There were several exercises I had to do the modified version on so I know there is plenty of room to build up to harder exercises. I put it together myself and didn't even read the instructions. The equipment seems sturdy and stable. Think this has a lot of potential for being something I will do consistently. I like having so many DVD's to choose from for variety.
Review 14 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
mslou
Select your location: CA
Disappointed and frustrated 
mslou
Select your location: CA
Average Customer Rating:
1 out of 5
1.0 out of 5
Date: 10/15/2009
I was excited about receiving my Malibu Pilates chair. It took quite a while to get all the packaging off. Once I did the rubber protector on the bottom of the leg fell off twice. The chain that holds the pin was broken and the pin fell off the chain. Also the chair would not open, I tried for about 20 minutes and then gave up. I again tried later and still could not open it up and then noticed the round end of one of the springs was placed over 2 of the metal pieces under the seat and will not come off. I am very disappointed and frustrated with the product. I called HSN who directed me to Guthy Ranker and I had to leave a message with them, they never called me back. I called HSN back and they were very helpful in explaining how to return the product. I would not ask for a replacement of this product.
2 of 2 found this review helpful.
Review 15 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Sharbat
Select your location: CA
Worth the price! 
Sharbat
Select your location: CA
Average Customer Rating:
4 out of 5
4.0 out of 5
Date: 10/10/2009
I've been trying to lose the last 10 lbs and I think I've found the way. The reason is that I don't have to fold it like the other machines. I have a glider, which gives me a good work out, but it's heavy and often dangerous to fold or to set up to use. So I seldom use it. In fact, I'll get rid of it.
I leave the Malibu Pilates chair in my living room; so it's always ready for me. I feel lighter and less flabby now; and my legs look great!
Thanks HSN!!
4 of 4 found this review helpful.
Review 16 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
leenie1
Select your location: IL
I LOVE THIS MACHINE!!! 
leenie1
Select your location: IL
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Date: 10/10/2009
This is a wonderful tool to use to get an incredible workout and to feel the joy and relaxation from stretching. I use this while watching tv or while I listen to mustic. The more I use it the more relaxed I feel...my breathing is deeper...and I am far more flexible. I am 58. When I use the chair consistently I don't feel the stiffness in my knees or legs. I love the Malibu Pilates Chair so much I just bought one for my sister for Christmas...
7 of 7 found this review helpful.
Review 17 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
VegasAna
Select your location: NV
This chair packs a punch!!! 
VegasAna
Select your location: NV
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Date: 10/04/2009
I've been shopping at HSN for over 10 years, this is the FIRST time a product made me want to shout a loud...AMAZING. I'm prisoner no longer to the unaffordable (don't care what tax bracket you fall in) pilates reformer classes...spending about $4,000.00 a year to pilates reformer classes (3) days a week...NO MORE. I've found the gem, might I add MUCH better workout, forces you to isolate core even more, where as the reformer "glides" you into movements. LOVE IT. I do recommend taking a few private pilates classes prior so you know what the proper "terms" and core technics/breathing...then it's financial freedom and no more cancellation penalties. Looking forward to obtaining a powerhouse pilates workout on my schedule!!!
8 of 9 found this review helpful.
Review 18 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Bailey77
Select your location: WA
Love It! 
Bailey77
Select your location: WA
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Date: 10/03/2009
I love this chair. It was very easy to set up and you get a very good work out. I was surprised as I'm used to working out with weights or doing aerobic type exercises. It's amazing how what seems to be such simple movements can make such a difference in changing the size and shape of ones body. I sometimes sit in front of the TV just doing the leg warm up exercises repeatedly. It's like riding a bicycle. It's a great way to make good use of TV time by burning calories and toning and strengthening ones legs.
2 of 2 found this review helpful.
Review 19 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
AngelaInPA
Select your location: PA
Good Work Out 
AngelaInPA
Select your location: PA
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Date: 09/29/2009
I love like my Malibu Pilates. It really does give a good work out. It does not take up a lot of space and there is so much you can do with it.
1 of 1 found this review helpful.
Review 20 for Malibu Pilates Chair with 4 Workouts and Exercise Chart
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Teresa638
Select your location: NY
Fun 
Teresa638
Select your location: NY
Average Customer Rating:
5 out of 5
5.0 out of 5
Date: 09/23/2009
I have to agree with the other lady who said she didn't understand the negative reviews on this. I too, waited a while before buying this and am so glad I did. I just love it. It was very easy to put together and is very sturdy. And yes, some of the exercises are difficult but that proves it's going to give you a workout! Just build up to them. I find myself getting stronger each time I'm on it. I see definition starting to come back to my arms, my butt is lifting and my pants are fitting better. This after just one month of using this three times a week for 20 to 30 minutes. Well worth the money-better and cheaper than going to a smelly crowded gym.
2 of 2 found this review helpful.
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